Okaz, 10 June 2024: The Human Resources Ministry and Social Development and the National Council for Occupational Safety and Health will begin prohibiting working under the sun on all private sector establishments, from 12pm to 3pm.

The ban will start from 15 June 2024, until15 September 2024.

This decision aims to protect the well-being and health of private sector employees by ensuring a safe and healthy work environment that complies with international occupational safety and health standards.

The Ministry has urged employers to regulate working hours and comply to this decision, contributing to the provision of a safe work environment free from various risks.

This measure aims to enhance efficiency and preventive measures, thereby reducing occupational injuries and illnesses, and safeguarding workers from accidents.

Additionally, the Ministry has published the “Procedural Guide for Occupational Safety and Health to Prevent the Effects of Exposure to Sunlight and Heat Stress” on its website.

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